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EU targets to protect biodiversity on farmland fall way short of what’s needed, finds new research by Trinity’s Prof Jane Stout and colleagues. Read more: Pollinators need double EU target to recover on farmland, study finds
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20VC + SaaStr is Back!! NVIDIA’s $100B OpenAI Investment, H-1B’s $100K Fee Impact on Startups, and Is “Triple Triple Double Double” Really Dead?
Harry, Rory and Jason are back! We’re witnessing an unprecedented capital concentration in AI with NVIDIA’s $100B OpenAI investment creating a fascinating circular money machine, while new H-1B visa fees threaten startup talent acquisition and the venture funding landscape shifts dramatically toward mega-rounds for a tiny number of companies. The era of “founder friendly” has... Continue Reading
IPO-bound Flipkart gains key approvals to relocate to India
Flipkart is set to become the most valuable startup to shift its headquarters back to India ahead of a planned IPO.
Google DeepMind adds agentic AI models to robots
‘This is a foundational step toward building robots that can navigate the complexities of the physical world with intelligence and dexterity,’ said DeepMind’s Carolina Parada. Read more: Google DeepMind adds agentic AI models to robots
‘Women in business disproportionately affected by social issues’
Familial responsibilities, gender bias and insufficient funding continue to harm the upwards trajectory of women in the business sector. Read more: ‘Women in business disproportionately affected by social issues’
From $100B OpenAI deals to $100K visa fees
From $100 billion OpenAI commitments to $100,000 visa fees, this week showed just how much the tech landscape is shifting. On the latest episode of Equity, Anthony Ha and Max Zeff unpack the AI infrastructure gold rush and tech’s talent shuffle. Listen to the full episode to hear about: Equity is TechCrunch’s flagship podcast, produced […]
Nscale raises $1.1BN Series B, the biggest European energy deals in H1 2025, and inside Antler’s "Day Zero" strategy
This week, we tracked more than 80 tech funding deals worth over 2.2 billion, and over 10 exits, M&A transactions, rumours, and related news stories across Europe.In addition to this week's top f...
A “Fractional” VP of Sales Almost Never Works. Avoid Them. Here’s Why.
Dear SaaStr: When Do You Find a “Fractional” VP of Sales Works at an Early Stage Startup? Just about Never. I’m not a fan of fractional sales leadership for early-stage startups. It’s almost always a waste of time, money and energy. Don’t get … oversold here Here’s why it almost never works: You Need... Continue Reading
Today is the last day to save up to $668 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 tickets
Today is the last chance to save up to $668 on TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. Join 250+ top tech leaders, explore 200+ sessions, and connect with 10,000+ innovators, investors, and founders.
‘Trust is not a soft metric’: How trust will shape the future of AI adoption
Rob Brown from Reputation Inc argues that trust not technological advancements will shape the future of AI adoption. Read more: ‘Trust is not a soft metric’: How trust will shape the future of AI adoption
$1.5bn Anthropic settlement gets preliminary approval
'This is a fair settlement,' the presiding judge said. Read more: $1.5bn Anthropic settlement gets preliminary approval
PostScriptum launches NestAI to build Europe’s next tech frontier
PostScriptum – the original cradle for Silo AI, acquired by AMD in 2024 in Europe’s largest AI acquisition – launches a new initiative with NestAI to build next-generation technology. According to Te...
Ekco Cybersecurity Graduate Programme to create jobs amid talent shortage
The 12-month programme will prepare graduates for the rigours of a role in the cybersecurity sector and real-world challenges. Read more: Ekco Cybersecurity Graduate Programme to create jobs amid talent shortage
Tech Boldness and Clear Visions: Shaping the Digital Future [Sponsored]
AI, automation, and new tech ecosystems are reshaping marketing. But how do you turn hype into value, and where do you find the insights that really matter for the next steps?Tech transformation as th...
IXI partners with OptiSwiss for autofocus eyewear
Finnish startup IXI, developer of the world’s first autofocus eyewear, has announced two strategic moves aimed at accelerating its path to market: the acquisition of a Finnish lens manufacturing facil...
Checkout.com launches employee share buyback at $12bn valuation
Checkout.com, the payments firm, is undergoing an employee share sale at a $12bn valuation, as it says it’s on course to be full-year profitable for the first time. The London-headquartered fintech to...
Malta’s Start-Up Festival Returns for 5th Edition: Bigger, Bolder, and More Connected [Sponsored]
Malta’s flagship entrepreneurial event is back for its fifth consecutive year, celebrating its 5th anniversary this October. This year marks an important milestone: the festival’s 5th anniversary. Wha...
Dear SaaStr: We’ve Only Raised $2m. Should We Sponsor Events Like SaaStr Annual?
Dear SaaStr: We’ve Only Raised $2m. Should We Sponsor Events Like SaaStr Annual? Probably not—at least not yet. The expense isn’t working the stress on a tiny market budget. You should go to the 2-3 leading events in your industry, at least. Maybe more. And sponsor the top ones when you can. But not if... Continue Reading
Amazon to pay $2.5bn to settle US FTC ‘dark patterns’ case
According to the FTC, Amazon manipulated consumers into signing up for Prime membership without their consent and also made it difficult to cancel subscriptions. Read more: Amazon to pay $2.5bn to settle US FTC ‘dark patterns’ case
Oracle, Silver Lake among investors set to control 50pc of TikTok US – reports
Despite an executive order being signed, the deal for TikTok’s divestiture in the US is still not finalised, but Oracle and Silver Lake look set to be key players. Read more: Oracle, Silver Lake among investors set to control 50pc of TikTok US – reports
Arsipa acquires Bloom to deliver an end-to-end digital platform for occupational safety
The Arsipa Group has acquired Berlin-based tech startup Bloom, strengthening its positionin occupational safety and introducing a digital-native compliance platform inGermany and Austria.Bloomtranslat...
Five finalists compete for 2025’s HPSU Founder of the Year Award
The overall winner will be announced at an awards ceremony on 16 October in Dublin. Read more: Five finalists compete for 2025’s HPSU Founder of the Year Award
Nscale raises $1.1BN in Series B
Nscale, a less than two-year-old UK data centre startup which is key to Silicon Valley’s plans to build UK AI infrastructure, has raised $1.1bn in a Series B funding round. The round was led by Aker, ...
Aaron Levie on building for the long game in enterprise software at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Box CEO and co-founder Aaron Levie joins TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 for a candid fireside chat on what invention really looks like inside a public company, what AI is changing in enterprise software, and the mindset it takes to keep evolving when the tech landscape moves at warp speed.
Startup founders say Trump’s $100K H-1B fee is a ‘talent tariff’ that will hurt innovation
The price hike for H1B visas could have detrimental impact on the startup industry, experts say.
Juicebox raises $30M from Sequoia to revolutionize hiring with LLM-powered search
The recruiting startup has over 2,500 customers, including recruiters at Perplexity, Ramp, and OpenAI.
Steph Curry’s VC firm just backed an AI startup that wants to fix food supply chains
While building AI for food supply chains may sound unglamorous, Burnt argues that decades of failed tech rollouts have left operators skeptical of “tech tourists” with no industry experience.
Climate and healthcare projects among new recipients of €33m DTIF fund
To date, 223 SMEs have been awarded funding via the programme, which aims to positively disrupt Ireland’s most critical sectors. Read more: Climate and healthcare projects among new recipients of 33m DTIF fund
Love, lies, and algorithms: Is AI really helping us find ‘the one’? Live at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
From dating apps and AI-powered matchmaking to full-on digital companionship, artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a third party in our most personal relationships. But is it truly helping us find deeper connection — or just reshaping romance into an algorithmic illusion?
‘Trust, support and challenges have been invaluable in shaping my career’
Workhuman’s Noel Barry discusses his role as a senior director for back office engineering. Read more: ‘Trust, support and challenges have been invaluable in shaping my career’
SaaStr’s AI Agent Playbook: How We Deployed 20+ Agents to Scale 8-Figure Revenue with Single-Digit Headcount
In six months, SaaStr itself went from zero AI agents to 20+ specialized agents handling everything from outbound sales to customer support. Here’s exactly what worked, what didn’t, and the real data behind our deployment. The Journey: From Zero to 20 Agents in 6 Months At the start of 2025, SaaStr was running on pure... Continue Reading
Doorstep raises $8M seed to help find missing food deliveries
Doorstep integrates into existing delivery apps and then, using phone sensors, tracks when a driver has entered a building, gone up an elevator, and made it to the desired doorstep.
What top VCs want from AI founders: Inside the investor lens with Jon McNeill, Aileen Lee, and Steve Jang at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Jon McNeill (DVx Ventures), Aileen Lee (Cowboy Ventures), and Steve Jang (Kindred Ventures) share what AI founders need to know now: from defensibility to term sheets. TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes place October 27–29 in San Francisco. Register before tomorrow ends to save up to $668.
UCC wants women to share their healthcare experience in Ireland
The study wants to hear from adults in Ireland who have experienced conditions such as endometriosis and sought a diagnosis in the country. Read more: UCC wants women to share their healthcare experience in Ireland